security installation in rural historic courthouses
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Security Installation in Rural Historic Courthouses. Significance of Historic Courthouses in Texas. S ymbol of local pride and self-government Tangible link to the past Monument of community justice. When to start planning security. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Security Installation in Rural Historic
Courthouses
Significance of Historic Courthouses in Texas
• Symbol of local pride and self-government
• Tangible link to the past
• Monument of community justice
When to start planning security
• Master plans assess and guide security planning in pre-construction phase
• Security equipment can best be planned during pre-construction phase to avoid damaging the features that define the historic character of the building
Example of Good Planning
This furr-down was added to hold AC ductwork and any other wiring which allows security wiring thru the same space
Wire Chase
Building Integrity
• The goal is to provide highest possible security
• Preserve integrity of historic characteristics
• Compromise to meet both needs
Existing Conditions
• Construction Material Issues in older buildings– Stone and Brick exterior– Concrete wall interior– Ceiling Height– Domed ceiling– Columns– No wire chases– No attic access
Issues to Address
• Where drilling and mounting can be done
• How to hide wiring
• Recessed security equipment vs surface mounted
• Where to use conduit and caddy
Cameras
Highest quality image and camera features while accommodating the aesthetic integrity of the building
Camera options
• Analog or IP camera• IR for nighttime• Glare reduction for backlit areas• Vari-Focal vs Fixed-Lense• Size of camera • Placement of cameras• Options for mounting• Area to be covered – best angle
Access control• Limiting public access
• Reduce the number of people with keys to building.
• Direct public through security checkpoint
Access options
• Mag locks • Slim-line mag lock• Electric Strike • Electronic Dead-bolt• Proximity reader• Slim-line reader• Biometric reader
Camera/Access integration
Snapshots of people entering or exiting building are combined with event-log of access control system.
Panic System
• Approx. 95% of TX Courthouses have wireless panic systems• Quickest response-
monitored by sheriff vs monitored by alarm company
Case Study – Milam County
Security was not incorporated into the planning stage and options were very limited
WireTray
Access through drop ceiling for AC
Angle Base Domes
PTZ
Milam County
DVR
Access through
beam
Case Study – Milam County• Only 2 possible locations in main hall for
cameras without using caddy
• Mini-domes with IR used in main hall
• PTZ in courtroom above clock
• IP Cube camera used in basement where network was available
• All entrances covered with no visible wire or caddy
Milam CountyCamera 1:The courtroom will receive a PTZ dome camera and microphone. The wires will go through the wall into the IT room where a small piece of wire caddy will be needed about 5 foot long.
Milam CountyCamera 2:This hallway camera is a mini-dome. The wiring will go through the IT room and use existing wire chase to get into hallway
Milam CountyCamera 3 & 4:These 2 cameras are mini-dome to match other hall cameras. The wires will go through the wall into the accessible area where an air conditioner vent is located.
Milam CountyCamera 5:The basement camera is an IP mini-dome. It will be mounted above the closet door and the wiring will go directly into closet to the existing switch.
Solutions for Historical Integrity
Problem1. Discreet Cameras2. Camera needed at specific
location after construction3. Access required on historic
door4. Panic system where wires
cannot be run
Solution1. Paint base of camera2. Custom bracket
3. Good security company
4. Wireless panic system
Discreetly Placed Camera
Exterior Bullet Camera painted to match the stone
Unique Mounting
Custom made bracket with 2 cube
camerasNo ability to add cameras
Access Control on Historic Door
• Solid Ceiling• Historic Door
Installed motion detector, request to exit, reader and mini-dome camera with no visible conduit or caddy
Wireless Panic System
• No visible wires
• No bulky equipment
Immediate response to local Sheriff
radio
Summary• Security for Historic Properties is best in the pre-
construction phase
• Use Highest Quality camera without sacrificing historical integrity
• User-friendly, simple access control with least obtrusive equipment
• Wireless panic system with immediate response to local law enforcement
For any additional questions please email Ray Dunn [email protected]